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wellness3 hours ago•8 min saved

Thumb Test Hints at Aortic Risk, But Isn’t Diagnostic

The thumb-palm test, where the thumb crosses beyond the edge of the palm, may reflect joint laxity linked to connective-tissue disorders such as Marfan or Ehlers-Danlos and could hint at higher aortic aneurysm risk, but it is not a reliable screening tool and should not replace medical imaging. If you have a positive result or risk factors, discuss with a doctor about appropriate testing (echocardiography, CT or ultrasound) and guideline-based surveillance.

via HuffPost|

#aortic-aneurysm #connective-tissue-disease #ehlers-danlos-syndrome

health8 months ago•4 min saved

Quick Thumb Test Reveals Heart Risk: How to Do It at Home

The thumb test is a simple at-home check that may indicate increased risk for connective tissue disorders linked to aneurysms, but it is not a reliable diagnostic tool. Medical imaging remains the standard for detecting aneurysms, and individuals with positive results should consult healthcare professionals for further evaluation.

via BuzzFeed|

#aneurysm #connective-tissue-diseases #health

health8 months ago•4 min saved

Quick Thumb Test Reveals Heart Risk at Home

The thumb test is a simple at-home check that may indicate increased risk for connective tissue disorders linked to aneurysms, but it is not a reliable diagnostic tool for heart or aneurysm issues; proper diagnosis requires medical imaging and evaluation.

via BuzzFeed|

#aneurysm #connective-tissue-diseases #health

health8 months ago•5 min saved

Quick Thumb Test Reveals Heart Risk at Home

The thumb test is a simple at-home check that can indicate potential risk for connective tissue disorders linked to aneurysms, but it is not a reliable diagnostic tool for heart problems. A positive result suggests the need for further medical evaluation, including imaging tests, especially if other risk factors are present.

via Yahoo News Canada|

#aneurysm #connective-tissue-diseases #health

health1 year ago•4 min saved

Doctor's Simple Thumb Test Detects Hidden Heart Risks

An emergency doctor in California shares a simple thumb test that can help identify the risk of aortic aneurysm, a potentially fatal heart condition, by assessing the stretchiness of connective tissues, which may indicate underlying vascular issues. The test involves stretching the thumb across the palm to see if it extends past the hand, with a positive result suggesting the need for medical evaluation, especially for those with connective tissue disorders like Marfan syndrome or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.

via Daily Mail|

#aortic-aneurysm #connective-tissue-disorders #early-detection